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Shorter races such as the 5 and 10K are abundant and offer a perfect opportunity to test your speed and strength yet require less total training.

Spring is the favourite season for many runners. When spring rolls around, race season is finally here. The long, cold and dark Canadian winter though often makes it difficult to get in the necessary training for longer races. Shorter races such as 5K and 10K are the perfect compromise and are still among the most popular race distances.

Training for a 5K or 10K takes less time than doing so for a longer race. It can be done in as little as four to eight weeks. For many runners, it also means faster, fun workouts that develop speed and strength. These workouts use shorter intervals that are ideal for the track and won’t require much more than a digital watch.

The following are sample workouts, organized by difficulty, that can help you get the most out of an upcoming 5K or 10K race. You should aim to run at (or very close to) your goal pace. Aim to run each interval in roughly the same amount of time. Avoid starting too fast or else you’ll slow down or not finish. Walk or slow jog for recovery between intervals.

As always, begin each workout with a warm-up consisting of 10-20 minutes of very easy running followed by a few minutes for dynamic drills, stretches and strides. Follow the workout by cooling down with a final 5-15 minutes of easy running.